SportDOG SDF-R User manual

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Prepare the Collar Receiver
Your Collar Receiver comes with short Contact Points installed. Use the long
Contact Points for pets with long or thick hair. Tighten the Contact Points with
pliers one-half turn beyond finger tight (A). Check the tightness weekly.
To Insert and Remove the Battery
Note: Do not install the battery while the Collar Receiver is on your pet.
1. Remove the screws with a Philips screwdriver.
2. Remove the Battery Lid (B).
3. Install a 9-volt alkaline battery (C).
4. Replace the Battery Lid (C).
5. Reinstall the screws. Do not over-tighten the screws.
Replacement 9-volt alkaline batteries can be found at many retailers.

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BC
3
3
2
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4
1
2
5
A

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To Set the Correction Level
Read all steps before attempting
to set the Correction Level.
1. Remove the clear plastic
cover with a coin to expose
the Correction Level Button.
2. With the battery installed,
press the Correction Level
Button and release when
the Receiver LED Indicator
Light lights up.
3. The Receiver LED Indicator
Light will emit a series of
flashes representing the
Correction Level.
4. Increase the Correction Level by pressing and releasing the Correction Level
Button within 5 seconds of the previous series of flashes.
5. After setting the Correction Level, replace the cover to protect the Correction
Level Button.

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The Correction Levels increase in strength from 1 to 5. Pushing the Correction
Level Button while the Collar Receiver is on level 5 will cause the Collar Receiver
to revert to level 1. Refer to the Function and Response Table to choose the
Correction Level that best fits your pet.
The Collar Receiver is equipped to automatically increase the level of Static
Correction the longer your pet remains in the Static Correction Zone if the collar
is set at level 2 or above.
The Receiver LED Indicator Light acts as a low battery indicator, flashing every 4
to 5 seconds when replacement is required.

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Function and Response Table
Indicator
Light
Response
Correction
Level
Collar Receiver
Function
Temperament
of Pet
1 Flash 1 Beep and Vibrate (No
Static Correction)
2 Flashes 2 Low Static Correction Timid
3 Flashes 3 Medium Static Correction Timid or
Average
4 Flashes 4 Medium High Static
Correction
Average or High
Energy
5 Flashes 5 High Static Correction High Energy
Flashes once
every 4 to 5
seconds
Low Battery
Note: Begin training with Correction Level 2 and only increase if your pet does not respond
to the Static Correction.

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Fit the Collar Receiver
Important: The proper fit and placement of your Collar
Receiver is important for effective training. The Contact
Points must have direct contact with your pet’s skin on
the underside of his neck.
To assure a proper fit, please follow these steps:
1. Make sure that the battery is not installed
in the Collar Receiver.
2. Start with your pet standing comfortably.
3. Center the Contact Points underneath
your pet’s neck, touching the skin. If
your pet has a long or thick coat, use the
enclosed long Contact Points to reach
through the hair. Note: It is sometimes
necessary to trim the hair around the Contact Points to make sure that contact is consistent.
4. Check the tightness of the Collar Receiver by inserting one finger between the
end of a Contact Point and your pet’s neck. The fit should be snug but not
constricting.
5. Allow your pet to wear the collar for several minutes then recheck the fit. Check
the fit again as your pet becomes more comfortable with the Collar Receiver.

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Care and Cleaning
To ensure the effectiveness of this product and the comfort and safety of
your dog, check the fit of his collar frequently. If you notice that your dog is
experiencing skin irritation, discontinue use of the collar for a few days. If the
condition persists beyond 48 hours, see your veterinarian.
To prevent skin irritation from occurring:
• The Collar Receiver should not be worn for more than 8 hours out of every
24-hour period.
• Your dog’s neck and the Contact Points must be washed weekly with a washcloth
and mild hand soap, then rinsed thoroughly.

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Taking Your Pet Out of the Pet Area
Important: Remove the Collar Receiver and leave it in the Pet Area.
Once your pet learns the Boundary Zone, he will be
reluctant to cross it for walks or car rides.
Option 1: Replace the Collar Receiver with a regular
collar. Put your pet in a car that is within the Pet Area and
drive him out of the Pet Area.
Option 2: Replace the Collar Receiver with a regular collar
and leash. Walk your pet out of the Pet Area while giving a
command such as “OK” at a specific place of the Boundary
Zone (the end of your driveway, sidewalk, etc.). Always
leave the Pet Area with a leash at this place and your pet
will associate leaving the Pet Area only on a leash, only at
this place, and only with a person.You may initially need
to convince your pet to leave the Pet Area with a food treat
and lots of praise.
Note:You may also carry your pet out of the Pet Area.

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Troubleshooting
Collar Receiver is not
beeping or correcting.
• Check battery to make sure it is installed
properly.
• Check that both lights are lit on the Fence
Transmitter. If not, perform the “Short
Loop Test” (refer to your SportDOG
Brand™ In-Ground Fence Operating and
Training Guide).
The Collar Receiver is
beeping, but the pet is not
responding to the Static
Correction.
• Make sure the Static Correction Level is set
at 2 or above.
• Test the Collar Receiver with the Test Light.
• If the Test Light flashes, check the fit of the
Collar Receiver.
• Trim your pet’s fur where the Contact Points
touch the neck and/or switch to the longer
Contact Points.
• Increase the Static Correction Level.
• Repeat training steps to reinforce training.

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The Collar Receiver has
to be held on top of the
Boundary Wire to activate.
• Replace battery.
• Adjust Range Adjuster knob clockwise to
increase the distance from the Boundary
Wire that the Collar Receiver activates.
• Adjust the Boundary Control Switch to the
other setting.
• If using a Double Loop, make sure Boundary
Wires are separated 3 to 5 feet.
• If the Collar Receiver still has to be held
on top of the Boundary Wire, perform the
“Short Loop Test.”
The Collar Receiver
activates inside the house.
• Turn the Range Adjuster knob
counterclockwise to decrease the distance
from the Boundary Wire that the Collar
Receiver activates.
• Make sure the Boundary Wire is not running
too close to the house. The signal can
transmit through the walls of your house.
• Make sure Boundary Wires are twisted from
Boundary to the Fence Transmitter.

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Test Light Instructions
Important: Remove Test Light before placing Receiver Collar on your pet.
1. Set Receiver Collar to Static Correction Level 5.
2. Remove the battery.
3. Loosen the Contact Points with pliers.
4. Bend the leads around the base of each Contact Point.
5. Hand tighten the Contact Points, making sure that the leads
stay in contact with the bases of the Contact Points.
6. Replace the battery.
7. The Test Light will flash in the Boundary Zone if the Receiver
Collar is working properly.
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8. Remove the Test Light and tighten the Contact Points with pliers one-half turn
beyond finger tight.
Save the Test Light for future testing.
Note: If the Test Light does not flash, install a new battery and re-test. If Test Light still does not
flash, contact the Customer Care Center at 1-800-732-2677.

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Terms of Use and Limitation of Liability
1. Terms of Use
This Product is offered to you conditioned upon your acceptance without
modification of the terms, conditions and notices contained herein. Usage of this
Product implies acceptance of all such terms, conditions, and notices.
2. Proper Use
This Product is designed for use with pets where training is desired. The
specific temperament of your pet may not work with this Product. We
recommend that you not use this Product if your pet is less than 10 pounds or
if your pet is aggressive. If you are unsure whether this is appropriate for your
pet, please consult your veterinarian or certified trainer.
Proper use includes reviewing the entire Guide provided with your Product and
any specific Caution statements.
3. No Unlawful or Prohibited Use
This Product is designed for use with pets only. This pet training device is not
intended to harm, injure or provoke. Using this Product in a way that is not
intended could result in violation of Federal, State or local laws.
4. Limitation of Liability
In no event shall Radio Systems Corporation be liable for any direct, indirect,
punitive, incidental, special or consequential damages, or any damages

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whatsoever arising out of or connected with the use or misuse of this Product.
Buyer assumes all risks and liability from the use of this Product.
5. Modification of Terms and Conditions
Radio Systems Corporation reserves the right to change the terms, conditions
and notices under which this Product is offered.
FCC
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment
is operated in a residential environment.This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction guide, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a practical installation. If this
equipment causes harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Relocate the interfered receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different to that to which the
receiver is connected.

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• Contact the Customer Care Center at 1-800-732-0144.
Unauthorized changes or modifications to the equipment, not approved
by Radio Systems Corporation, could result in not meeting compliance
with FCC regulations and could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
Caution
The SportDOG Brand™ In-Ground Fence System is NOT a solid barrier.
The system is designed to act as a deterrent to remind pets by electric
stimulation to remain in the boundary established. It is important that you
reinforce training with your pet on a regular basis. Since the tolerance level
to electrical stimulation varies from pet to pet, Radio Systems Corporation
CANNOT guarantee that the system will, in all cases, keep a pet within
the established boundary. Not all pets can be trained to avoid crossing
the boundary! Therefore, if you have reason to believe that your pet may
pose a danger to others or harm himself if he is not kept from crossing the
boundaries, you should NOT rely solely upon the SportDOG Brand™ In-
Ground Fence System to confine your pet. Radio Systems Corporation shall
NOT be liable for any property damage, economic loss or any consequential
damages, sustained as a result of any animal crossing the boundary.

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